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Postgraduate Pathway in Education

Studying education doesn’t have to mean becoming a teacher. During the MA Education course, you will be encouraged to explore educational issues within an international context, such as management of the sector and research opportunities.


Duration

  • One or two semesters

Intakes

  • September
  • January
  • May

Entry Points

  • Pre-Master’s
Entry Requirements Apply Today

Progression Degrees

Modules

One-Semester Pre-Master's

Interactive Learning Skills and Communication for Postgraduate Study

During this module, you will learn advanced skills in topics such as:

  • Public speaking
  • Writing techniques and language styles
  • Research and referencing techniques.

Research Methods for Postgraduate Study

You will gain an understanding of research methods and methodologies for postgraduate study, as well as learning how to plan and undertake effective research at postgraduate level.

Global Governance & Social Justice

This module allows you to critically explore the intersection between law, global governance and social justice. You will learn about legal and policy frameworks and how these interact to address social inequalities and governance issues at national and international levels.

Two-Semester Pre-Master's

Semester 1

Interactive Learning Skills and Communication for Postgraduate Study

During this module, you will learn advanced skills in topics such as:

  • Public speaking
  • Writing techniques and language styles
  • Research and referencing techniques.

Research Methods for Postgraduate Study

You will gain an understanding of research methods and methodologies for postgraduate study, as well as learning how to plan and undertake effective research at postgraduate level.

Critical Thinking for Postgraduate Study

You will learn how to critically assess arguments and evidence from a range of academic sources, as well as gaining an understanding of effective critical reading at postgraduate level.

Semester 2

ICT Skills for Postgraduate Study

You will develop a range of ICT skills for research purposes and postgraduate study – including the presentation of data and using essential tools in Microsoft Word.

Research Methods for Postgraduate Study

You will gain an understanding of research methods and methodologies for postgraduate study, as well as learning how to plan and undertake effective research at postgraduate level.

Global Governance & Social Justice

This module allows you to critically explore the intersection between law, global governance and social justice. You will learn about legal and policy frameworks and how these interact to address social inequalities and governance issues at national and international levels.

Industry-standard Facilities

Birmingham City School of Education and Social Work is based on the City South Campus, walking distance from the beautiful Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Take a look at where you will be studying and the facilities available to you.

Our Facilities – City South Campus
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